The southern tip of Africa is popular with international fishermen and local anglers equally. This is partially thanks to the wide array of places for fishing in South Africa, and in part due to the unspoilt natural beauty of the scenery that is residence to numerous varieties of fauna and flora dwelling on solid ground and also in water. Fishermen will discover an array of various kinds of fish species in these waters that range from the excitable Tigerfish to the lazy trout.
Regarding places to go fishing in South Africa, geographically speaking the country has got a long shoreline of approximately 3 thousand kms long stretching around it rather similar to a baby's bib. Not surprisingly, this expanse of coastline boasts quite a number of sea angling grounds. For anglers who prefer freshwater fishing, there is a multitude of ponds, estuaries and dams full of many different species of fish from which to choose. It is also possible to go to a local bass farm during the day and come home with something for supper.
It ought to be noted though, that, as with most fishing places around the world nowadays, the focus is on sustainable fishing in South Africa and recreational fishing licences are usually necessary. When it comes to ocean sportfishing, you will most certainly require a permit in order to go up against saltwater fish species like sailfish or barracuda. It is also a commonly recognized practice to implement the catch-and-release method of sportfishing so as to not affect the delicate balance of Nature in so far as possible.
For anglers who prefer to go fishing as a form of recreation as opposed to a sports activity there is fly-fishing, which is more of an art than a battle of wits between man and fish. Natural areas for fly fishing in South Africa can be found in 3 of the country's mountainous areas namely the Eastern Cape, Natal Midlands and also in Mpumalanga. You might find that some of the trout-fishing spots situated in these places are so untouched by civilisation that you'll require a 4WD vehicle to get to them. Now that's truly escaping the rat race. However, if you'd like to get away from the city but do not want your angling encounter to be a snooze-fest it's possible to tackle the feisty tigerfish we mentioned previously by travelling to a spot like Lake Jozini in KwaZulu-Natal.
If you're serious about fishing, you probably have many preferred spots you like to go to. That being said, you could also delight in going on chartered angling excursions or participating in organised angling contests and challenges. Organized fishing excursions in particular, are an easy way of fishing in South Africa as they can be coupled with a holiday break for the entire family. Another advantage of organised fishing trips and charters is that the arrangements tend to be taken care of on your behalf, allowing you to concentrate on catching the 'big one'.
Angling can be enjoyed both as a sports activity and a form of entertainment and is as exhilarating or relaxing as you want it to be. From game-fishing to fly fishing, there is something for everyone to take pleasure from in sunny South Africa.
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